Riccarton High School · Canterbury
Deputy Principal
Full time, PermanentLeadership units
Riccarton High School in Christchurch is seeking a full-time, permanent deputy principal for its Years 7–15 wharekura, with appointment in 2027 and no start date stated. The role suits an experienced, culturally responsive leader who will deputise for the principal, teach 3–4 hours weekly, and take negotiated responsibility across areas such as curriculum, achievement, pastoral care, whānau engagement, or strategic planning.
- 7 management units and 1 senior management allowance
- Teaching commitment of 3–4 hours weekly
- Portfolios negotiated after appointment
- Applications close 24 September 2026
Closes in 6 days
Applications close 24 Sept 2026, 3.00pm.
Read the full listing and applyOpens the Education Gazette, where the school takes applications.
The role
- Sector
- Secondary
- Year level
- Years 9–13
- Role
- Deputy principal
- Hours
- full time
- Tenure
- permanent
- Allowances
- 7MU, 1SMA
- Listed
- 4 Sept 2026
In the school’s words
“Riccarton High School is a vibrant and inclusive school where strong relationships, high expectations, and a genuine sense of belonging are at the heart of what we do. Ākonga are encouraged to discover their strengths, pursue their aspirations, and make…”
The school
Riccarton High School
- Type
- Secondary (Year 9-15)
- Authority
- State
- Students
- 1,111
- Gender
- Co-Ed
- Address
- 31 Vicki Street, Sockburn, Christchurch